Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Term of the Day


Catalytic Converter - An emission control device that is part of the exhaust system. It contains platinum and palladium as a catalyst for chemical reactions of carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons. The converter turns vapours into water, carbon dioxide, and other less dangerous toxins.
-Anthony Alaniz
(Photo: Catalytic Converter from aaicar.com)

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